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Cheese Sticks Recipe

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Crispy and cheesy Pizza Hut-style cheese sticks made with golden-baked pizza dough, loaded with melted mozzarella and parmesan cheeses, seasoned with garlic and Italian herbs, perfect for dipping in marinara sauce.

Ingredients

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Cheese Sticks

  • 1 lb pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
  • 2 cups shredded whole milk mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to prepare for baking the cheese sticks to a perfect golden brown.
  2. Roll Dough: On a floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a rectangle about ½ inch thick, creating an even base for the cheese topping.
  3. Add Cheese: Evenly spread the shredded mozzarella cheese over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges to prevent overflow during baking. Then sprinkle the freshly grated parmesan cheese on top for extra flavor.
  4. Season and Oil: Sprinkle garlic powder and Italian seasoning evenly over the cheese. Drizzle olive oil around the edges of the dough to promote browning and a crispy crust.
  5. Cut Dough: Carefully cut the prepared dough into strips about one inch wide. Arrange these strips on a parchment-lined baking sheet, ensuring space for even baking.
  6. Bake: Bake the cheese sticks in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until they are golden brown and bubbly. Remove from oven and allow cooling slightly before serving.
  7. Serve: Serve warm with marinara sauce for dipping to enjoy the full Pizza Hut cheese sticks experience.

Notes

  • You can use store-bought or homemade pizza dough depending on your preference.
  • For extra flavor, sprinkle a little extra parmesan on top after baking.
  • Make sure to leave a border around the dough to avoid cheese spilling over while baking.
  • These cheese sticks are best enjoyed fresh and warm with marinara sauce or your favorite dipping sauce.
  • If you want a crispier crust, brush the edges again with olive oil halfway through baking.

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